Flooring Costs
Average costs per square metre (supply and install):
- Carpet (mid-range): $50-100/m²
- Laminate: $40-80/m²
- Vinyl plank: $50-100/m²
- Engineered timber: $80-150/m²
- Solid hardwood: $120-250/m²
- Tiles (porcelain): $80-150/m²
- Polished concrete: $50-100/m²
Example Costs (100m² home)
- Carpet throughout: $5,000-10,000
- Laminate throughout: $4,000-8,000
- Engineered timber: $8,000-15,000
- Solid hardwood: $12,000-25,000
Additional Costs
- Old flooring removal: $10-30/m²
- Subfloor preparation: $10-50/m²
- Underlay: $5-15/m²
- Skirting boards: $15-40/m
- Floor leveling: $20-50/m²
Lifespan Comparison
- Carpet: 5-10 years
- Laminate: 10-20 years
- Vinyl: 10-20 years
- Engineered timber: 20-30 years
- Solid hardwood: 50+ years (can refinish)
- Tiles: 50+ years